Bor-ashan is a location mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible, specifically within the context of the tribal territories of ancient Israel. The name "Bor-ashan" is derived from Hebrew, with "Bor" meaning "well" or "pit," and "Ashan" possibly meaning "smoke" or "smoky." This suggests that Bor-ashan may have been a place characterized by a notable well or pit, possibly associated with smoke or a smoky appearance.

Biblical References:

Bor-ashan is mentioned in 1 Samuel 30:30-31, where it is listed among the towns to which David sent some of the spoils recovered from the Amalekites. The passage reads: "to those in Hormah, to those in Bor-ashan, to those in Athach, to those in Hebron, and to all the places where David and his men had roamed" (1 Samuel 30:30-31). This indicates that Bor-ashan was one of the locations that had supported David during his time of need, and thus, he shared the plunder with them as a gesture of gratitude and alliance.

Geographical and Historical Context:

The exact location of Bor-ashan is not definitively known today, and it is not frequently mentioned in biblical or extrabiblical sources. However, it is generally considered to be situated within the territory of Judah, given its association with other towns in the region. The mention of Bor-ashan alongside other towns like Hormah and Hebron suggests that it was part of the southern Judean landscape, an area that played a significant role in David's early military campaigns and his rise to kingship.

Cultural and Theological Significance:

From a theological perspective, the mention of Bor-ashan in the narrative of David's life highlights the importance of community and mutual support among the people of Israel. David's distribution of the spoils to Bor-ashan and other towns underscores the biblical principle of sharing blessings and resources with those who have been faithful and supportive. This act of generosity reflects the covenantal relationships that were central to the social and religious life of ancient Israel.

Bor-ashan, though not a major biblical site, serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of the various tribes and towns within Israel. It illustrates how even lesser-known locations played a role in the unfolding of God's plan for His people, as seen through the life and leadership of David.BOR-ASHAN

bor-ash'-an: A correction of the Massoretic Text in the American Standard Revised Version in 1 Samuel 30:30 for the King James Version "Chor-ashan" and the English Revised Version "Cor-ashan." Probably the same as ASHAN (Joshua 15:42 1 Chronicles 4:32; 1 Chronicles 6:59), which see.

953b. Bor Ashan -- "smoking pit," a place in Judah
Bor Ashan. 953a, 953b. Bor Ashan. 954 . "smoking pit," a place in Judah.
Transliteration: Bor Ashan Short Definition: Bor-ashan. ...
/hebrew/953b.htm - 5kBorashan (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia BOR-ASHAN. bor-ash'-an: A ... which see.
Multi-Version Concordance Borashan (1 Occurrence). 1 Samuel ...
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Bor-ashan (1 Occurrence)
Bor-ashan. Borashan, Bor-ashan. Borash'an . Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia
BOR-ASHAN. ... Borashan, Bor-ashan. Borash'an . Reference Bible.
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Borash'an (1 Occurrence)
... Bor-ashan, Borash'an. Border . ... 1 Samuel 30:30 and to them that were in Hormah,
and to them that were in Bor-ashan, and to them that were in Athach; (See RSV ...
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Bor (1 Occurrence)
... 1 Samuel 30:30 and to those who were in Hormah, and to those who were in Borashan,
and to those who were in Athach, (Root in WEB JPS ASV BBE NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Ashan (5 Occurrences)
... Chorashan (or Borashan), which was probably the site of some reservoir in the
Southwest part of Judah (1 Samuel 30:30), is the same as Ashan. ...
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Chorashan (1 Occurrence)
... The word ought, according to another reading, to be "Bor-ashan.". Int. Standard
Bible Encyclopedia. CHORASHAN. kor-ash'-an, ko-ra'-shan. See COR-ASHAN. ...
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Chor-ashan (1 Occurrence)
... to Judah. The word ought, according to another reading, to be "Bor-ashan.".
Multi-Version Concordance Chor-ashan (1 Occurrence). 1 ...
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Corashan
... an, ko-ra'-shan (English Revised Version, the King James Version Chor-ashan; kor
`ashan, 1 Samuel 30:30): The original reading was probably Bor-ashan, "well of ...
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Cor-ashan
... an, ko-ra'-shan (English Revised Version, the King James Version Chor-ashan; kor
`ashan, 1 Samuel 30:30): The original reading was probably Bor-ashan, "well of ...
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Athach (1 Occurrence)
... 1 Samuel 30:30 and to those who were in Hormah, and to those who were in Borashan,
and to those who were in Athach, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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